Night Audit Checklist

Operating standard

1. 01

   Confirm all expected arrivals are checked in, cancelled or documented as no-shows.

2. 02

   Verify room status discrepancies with the housekeeping and front desk records.

3. 03

   Balance cash, card, direct bill, deposit and adjustment activity by outlet.

4. 04

   Review exceptions including high balances, zero rates, duplicate rooms and declined cards.

5. 05

   Run the audit only after backups and required pre-audit reports are confirmed.

6. 06

   Distribute approved reports, secure financial records and document every variance.